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Daniel J. Collette

(He/Him)
Los Angeles, Lower Saxony
As seen in: ESPN, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Green Bay Press-Gazette, The Post-Crescent, Wausau Daily Herald, InvenGlobal, Fond du Lac Reporter, Oshkosh Northwestern, Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune, Stevens Point Journal and
Covers:  Esports, Gaming, and Twitch culture -- Specifically: Fighting Games, Smash, Valorant, Overwatch, League of Legends, RPGs, Puzzle Games, Narrative/Adventure Games, Rhythm Games, etc.
• Emmy award-winning story producer for @RiotGames Global Esports • Narrative Designer on LoL Hall of Legends • CEO & TO @DownBackClub • Prev. ESPN Esports
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Skullgirls Championship Series ushers in new era for franchise

Skullgirls Championship Series ushers in new era for franchise

Upcomer — By all conventional logic, the Skullgirls Championship Series should not exist. It's the first major developer-backed esports circuit for a nearly decade-old niche and indie fighting game. On paper, it doesn't make any sense. But, in a way, that's exactly what you'd expect from a game with a history as bizarre as Skullgirls: 2nd Encore.
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The best fighting game moments we've ever seen

The best fighting game moments we've ever seen

ESPN — The fighting game community is known for its authenticity. Dozens of titles fit into the FGC, from old standbys such as Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat to shiny new toys such as Dragon Ball FighterZ and Granblue Fantasy: Versus.
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How To Retake Site Every Single Time | DECODED - VALORANT Guide

How To Retake Site Every Single Time | DECODED - VALORANT Guide

VALORANT Champions Tour — VALORANT gameplay analysis/tutorial series that I wrote & directed for Riot Games.
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Competition Heats Up On The Way To Masters Berlin | The Headshot

Competition Heats Up On The Way To Masters Berlin | The Headshot

VALORANT Champions Tour — THE HEADSHOT is a weekly VALORANT news recap series that I write/direct for Riot Games. I also provided voiceover for this episode. New episodes every Friday on their YouTube and social channels.
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Beyond Melee: The new fan mod to shake up the Smash community

Beyond Melee: The new fan mod to shake up the Smash community

Upcomer — There are few gaming communities more resilient and passionate than the Super Smash Bros. Melee scene. As the game approaches its 20th anniversary, developer support is still nowhere to be found, but that hasn't stopped its players from keeping it alive.
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The Top 25 Most Legendary Esports Plays of All Time

The Top 25 Most Legendary Esports Plays of All Time

Upcomer — Video listicle I wrote & hosted for Upcomer
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Should you play Persona 5 Royal? | ESPN Esports - Game Review

Should you play Persona 5 Royal? | ESPN Esports - Game Review

ESPN — Game review for ESPN Esports I wrote, edited, and narrated.
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Spring Split doesn't matter, right? | G2 X AOC LEC Spring 2021 Aftermovie

Spring Split doesn't matter, right? | G2 X AOC LEC Spring 2021 Aftermovie

G2 Esports — Sketch comedy series I wrote for G2 Esports
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Anakin on the surge of TEKKEN 7 players and who the best is in the scene | ESPN Esports

Anakin on the surge of TEKKEN 7 players and who the best is in the scene | ESPN Esports

ESPN — In-studio player interview I hosted & edited for ESPN
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One VALORANT Roster Remains Undefeated | The Headshot

One VALORANT Roster Remains Undefeated | The Headshot

VALORANT Champions Tour — THE HEADSHOT is a weekly VALORANT news recap series that I write/direct for Riot Games. New episodes every Friday on their YouTube and social channels.
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Should you play Paper Mario: The Origami King? | ESPN Esports - Game Review

Should you play Paper Mario: The Origami King? | ESPN Esports - Game Review

ESPN — Game review I wrote, edited, and narrated for ESPN Esports
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Is G too strong? - Capcom Pro Tour 2019 Recap with Sajam | ESPN Esports

Is G too strong? - Capcom Pro Tour 2019 Recap with Sajam | ESPN Esports

ESPN — In-studio news recap I hosted & edited for ESPN
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